Domaine La Paleine - Saumur The Cab ! 2023
2*Coup de Coeur
Hachette
"An intense and complex Saumur"
“The next generation seems well established, judging by this Favorite follows the one won last year for the Puy-Notre-Dame 2022. Cabernet Franc (“The Cab”) is at its best in this wine, which boasts intense fruit: candied fruit, plum, and black fruit. Silky and round, it flows effortlessly on the palate, full of charm and fullness, supported by velvety tannins. A truly lovely bottle to enjoy with a meal—paired with pork tenderloin with prunes or a beef steak with mushrooms, for example.” (Le Guide Hachette 2026).
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Eye
A beautiful, deep ruby color
Nose
Fresh, with a lovely aroma of red and black fruits
Palate
Full-bodied and well-integrated, silky and round, with velvety tannins
Serve
At 15-16°C
Drink before
2028
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with pork tenderloin with prunes, a thick-cut steak, sautéed mushrooms, aged cheeses...
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2026) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Featured (Successful Wine)
About the wine:
The next generation seems well on its way, judging by this Favorite follows the one awarded last year for the 2022 Puy-Notre-Dame. Cabernet Franc (“The Cab”) at its best, this wine boasts intense fruit: candied fruit, plum, and black berries. Silky and round, it flows effortlessly on the palate, full of charm and body, supported by velvety tannins. A truly lovely bottle to enjoy with a meal—paired with pork tenderloin with prunes or a thick-cut steak with mushrooms, for example.
About the estate:
Taken over in 2023 by Jean-Louis Bernet, this estate is a staple of the Saumur region and a historic name in the Loire Valley, known since the 17th century. Located at the foot of the tuffeau hill of Puy-Notre-Dame, on limestone soils, the 38-hectare vineyard has been certified organic since 2013 and has been farmed biodynamically since 2018. The wines are aged in cave cellars.
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review and comment by Mr. CHRISTIAN M. Posted on March 6, 2026
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